1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Brougham | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
